Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piluliflora
ID:
380158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 267 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379490



Common Names

  • Pill-bearing neesia
  • Pill-bearing false-laurel
  • Pill-bearing false-bay


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Description

Neesia piluliflora (also called Piluliflora Neesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Malaysia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Neesia piluliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neesia piluliflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neesia piluliflora is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. It should be fertilized every spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Neesia piluliflora

Neesia piluliflora is native to Malaysia and Indonesia.

Neesia piluliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neesia piluliflora?

Neesia piluliflora

What is the common name of Neesia piluliflora?

Pill-bearing Water-starwort

What is the habitat of Neesia piluliflora?

It is found in shallow water of lakes, ponds, and ditches

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,